BIM Project Engineer

Position Description: Working within the Global Facilities Engineering function of a leading Midlands based automotive manufacturer, the Construction Management team are responsible for supporting the Manufacturing Engineering teams in the development of all new construction projects and modifications associated with new engine facilities and engineering updates worldwide. Particular emphasis will be placed on the following responsibilities:- Undertake desktop studies and site investigations for prospective projects, utilising in-house or external specialists where appropriate to enable the evaluation of alternative economic solutions and support project justification. Manage Contractors in strict accordance with the company's Control of Contractors procedures. Perform the role of Principal Designer on behalf of the Design & Construction function ensuring that all duties are discharged on behalf of the project team. 3 KEY SKILLS Revit, and 3D AutoCAD/Inventor and 2D CAD skills are essential. Proven experience in the delivery of large facility or project installations from the development of concept models through to commissioning and handover. The ability to lead, and to work as part of a team is essential, as is the ability to achieve results by meeting deliverables / commitments Experience Required: You will be expected to produce and develop 3D co-ordinated models using BIM Authoring tools such as Revit MEP and producing schematic and detailed 2D Autocad drawing for the purposes of setting out during installations. Liaison with other engineers and technicians is essential so you must have good communication skills. Responsible for creating concept & feasibility layouts for new manufacturing processes or facilities that utilise space effectively and have a clear structure for material, people and production flow and support lean manufacturing targets. Lead the development of the master layout or zone from concept design through to detailed planning or gateway approval, communicating clearly the requirements of the process / facility effectively to internal process teams, consultant engineer and architect. Responsible for coordinating the relevant design parties and disciplines within the project team, to ensure that the facility and building services are installed in a safe and coordinated manner that is fault and clash free. Assist in BIM co-ordination meetings and undertake activities such as `live¿ walkthroughs, clash detection, problem solving, co-ordination or spatial issues and occasional site surveys. ¿ Model coordination and interrogation ensuring the coordination of the federated model and maintain the master model to enable clash detection, timeline analysis and visualization processes. Provide coordination of the incoming & outgoing data models & documents via 4 Projects to ensure that all changes are identified and that the accuracy of drawings/models held on file are updated & maintained. This job was originally posted as www.jobsite.co.uk/job/959270601